Ly analysis and reporting patterns to the Assistant Headteacher to inform intervention.
1. Manage escalating behaviour, including the use of Restrictive Physical Intervention (RPI) where necessary and appropriate.
2. Lead student and staff debriefs following incidents involving RPI.
3. Identify pastoral resource needs and advise SLT on priorities for expenditure.
4. Maintain existing resources and explore opportunities to develop or introduce new resources from internal and external sources.
Essential Criteria
5. Proven experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Special Educational Needs (SEN), and complex needs.
6. Demonstrated experience delivering targeted pastoral interventions and leading whole‑school initiatives to raise student achievement.
7. Strong pastoral leadership experience within a school setting.
8. Clear understanding of effective strategies to support students’ pastoral development, wellbeing, and emotional regulation.
About Us
Riseley Green School is an independent specialist school near Reading, Berkshire, for autistic young people aged 4–16, with a capacity of 60 pupils.
We provide a nurturing, structured environment tailored to each child’s needs, fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. Small classes, high staff-to-pupil ratios, and personalised programmes ensure every pupil can thrive and reach their full potential. Our dedicated team works closely with families to support wellbeing, independence, and the development of essential life skills.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
9. Life Assurance
10. Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
11. “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
12. Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:Health, wellbeing and insurance benefitsHundreds of UK and international discountsCycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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